A Message from the President
In honor of Sage’s first full year operating as a unified, coeducational institution, we have curated a collection of stories celebrating all the ways we work together.
For Service-Minded Students, Community Work-Study is an Alternative to “Traditional” Work-Study
Work-study students contribute to causes they care about.
Bio Professor and Students Join Global Coalition Studying Parkinson’s Disease’s Impacts on Women
Research calls attention to the extent to which women are underrepresented in studies.
The Women’s Institute Announces Partnerships, Hands-On Projects to Support Female Refugees
Multi-year project to provide direct support to female refugees and their families.
MBA Students Advise Motorcycle Company on New Direction
Four MBA students from Sage’s School of Management were among the advisors who helped Fabbro Industries map its new route.
Student Nurses Go Above and Beyond to Support Each Other and Vulnerable Community Members
Students’ projects contribute to community beyond class requirements.
Sage Votes Inspires Young People to Make the Most of Right to Vote
For the students involved in Sage Votes, the presidential election was just the beginning.
The Rev Collaborates with International Publisher Founded by and for Student Creatives
Sage’s student-run literary journal is producing publications with students in London.
Service-Minded Russell Sage College Students Participate in 2021 AmeriCorps VISTA Summer Program
Five collaborative projects fit into Sage’s larger community efforts.
Thrive Initiatives
Thrive at Russell Sage goes beyond the classroom to build a culture of wellness for the entire Sage community.
An Exercise in Giving Back
A generous gift will ensure Sage graduates continue the legacy of the Physical Therapy department.
Partnership with Local School District Allows Sage Students to Mentor High School Students
Meaningful partnerships are a critical part of community engagement at Russell Sage College.
Tour our Nursing Simulation Lab in Kellas Hall
Nursing major Raquiah Laville ’22 is your tour guide.
Advancing Sage
We stand together to ensure that students have the funding they need for their Sage education.
Message from the President
Behind every success story in this issue of Horizons, there is a community of donors dedicated to a culture of #SageStrong.
Advancing Sage: Report of Appreciation
Russell Sage College’s 2019-20 Report of Appreciation gratefully acknowledges the 2,310 donors who supported the annual fund and special projects between July 1, 2019 and June 30, 2020.
Energetic Start for Women’s Institute
Russell Sage College continues its commitment to women’s leadership and gender inclusivity through The Women’s Institute.
Sage Named a Top Performer on Social Mobility by U.S. News
Sage is ranked number eight out of 389 national universities in this category.
Sage Welcomes New Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Barbara Cockfield will lead the college’s efforts to promote equity and social justice on both campuses.
Russell Sage College to Add Five Athletic Teams
Women’s and men’s indoor track and field, baseball, esports and women’s golf bring the number of varsity offerings to 21.
New Clinical Doctorate in Occupational Therapy
Sage’s new doctorate enhances an already thriving occupational therapy curriculum.
Professors Write History of Sage Nursing Program
Book project grows out of ongoing oral history project; publication to coincide with program’s 100th anniversary.
Phenomenal Nurses
In honor of the International Year of the Nurse and Midwife celebrated in 2020, we are proud to introduce you to some of the Sage students, faculty and alumni who are making a difference.
Renaissance Diversity Fund Supports Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
Sankofa ceremony and Black History Month trip are anticipated to become annual traditions.
Spotlight on the Ferguson Fellowship for Sociology
Meet the 2019-20 Ferguson Fellow and hear what past fellows have to say about what the early recognition meant to them as they started their careers.
Faculty Accolades
Professor recognized for advancing indigenous values, six partner with community-building projects in Troy, and more faculty highlights
Course Series Amplifies Diverse Voices
“Seeing myself reflected in the texts and then being able to discuss it in a classroom was next level. It had never happened before.” — Grace Camacho ’18
Student Research Selected for 2020 Honors Conference
While the conference had to be canceled, we are pleased to recognize the students here.
Lifetime Giving
The Polaris Circle and Founders Society honor those who have reached extraordinary cumulative levels of lifetime giving as of June 30, 2021. Annual Giving Societies
Annual Giving Society members supported Sage with gifts of $50 or more between July 1, 2020 and June 30, 2021. Gifts from Trustees & Former Trustees
Gifts made by current and former Board of Trustees members. Annual Giving By Employees
Russell Sage College employees who have made a gift between July 1, 2020 and June 30, 2021 Annual Giving from Friends & Family
Employees, parents of students and alumni, and other friends of Russell Sage College who have made a gift between July 1, 2020 and June 30, 2021. Gifts from Corporations, Foundations & Organizations
Corporations, foundations and other organizations that support Sage’s mission throughout the year. Gift Planning
Bequests and other estate or planned gifts. Such gifts ensure resources for students, faculty, programs and facilities, and provide for the long-term security of Russell Sage College. Tribute Gifts
Individuals in whose names gifts have been made.